How The GRC Internship/Workshop Helped Matthew Land A $168K Salary Cybersecurity Role

Matthew started his cybersecurity career with no IT background, and now he has not only landed a six-figure cybersecurity role but is also a rockstar in his company.

George Awa transitioned from Nursing into cybersecurity.

How did he do it?

George was a Registered Nurse who was excelling in his field — but he wanted more flexibility, better work-life balance, and the opportunity to double his income. Watching his friend in cybersecurity earn more while working remotely inspired him to take action.

Although George already had a degree in IT and had taken several cybersecurity bootcamps, he struggled to land his first role. Something was missing.

That changed when he joined Eretmis Academy.

From Lawyer to Cybersecurity Manager.

How did Bettina do it?



Testimonials from Past Interns and Workshop Participants

The GRC Internship/Workshop is gives you the hands-on skills employers are looking for.

"I had a Master's Degree in Cybersecurity before joining this program, but I must confess that what I got from this program far exceeds what I gained from my Master's program. This program is what has prepared me for the job market."















Welcome to the Cybersecurity GRC Hands-on Workshop

This program will give you the on-the-job training and experience you need to become a top-notch cybersecurity professional.

If you are struggling to get into the cybersecurity industry or you want to gain the knowledge and skills that will give you a competitive edge in the industry, then this is the right course for you.

START DATE: 25 March 2026

  • Duration: 10 Weeks
  • Internship Companies: DiaspoCare Inc. and African Diaspora Development Institute-ADDI
  • Live Online Session: Saturday Mornings at 10 AM EST on Zoom
  • Team Execution of Projects: Teams meet during the week to perform the projects.

  • Graduation: Graduation Ceremony is held after completion of internship.




Cybersecurity GRC Internship/Workshop Curriculum


This curriculum focuses on actionable projects for the companies the interns are assigned to. This program will impart practical knowledge and cybersecurity experience through hands-on projects, equipping interns with the skills necessary to effectively assess, develop, and implement cybersecurity principles, strategies, policies, and frameworks. This internship/workshop program ensures that interns understand the best practices, policies, and frameworks that guide cybersecurity efforts and have the hands-on skills needed to implement, manage, and respond to cybersecurity challenges effectively.

This is the curriculum for the 2026 Cybersecurity GRC Hands-on Projects Workshop

Week 0: Onboarding and Introduction to Cybersecurity GRC

  • Overview and Importance of Cybersecurity GRC
  • Introduction to the Internship Program
  • Meet the Companies

Week 1: Governance - Policies and Frameworks

  • Project 1: Review and assess the company's cybersecurity policies.
  • Workshop: Introduction to cybersecurity governance frameworks.

Week 2: Risk Management - Identifying and Assessing Risks

  • Project 2: Conduct a comprehensive risk assessment for the assigned company.
  • Workshop: Risk assessment methodologies and tools.

Week 3: Compliance - Legal and Regulatory Requirements

  • Project 3: Compliance review with cybersecurity regulations.
  • Workshop: Cybersecurity laws and regulations.

Week 4: Security Architecture and Controls

  • Project 4: Security controls effectiveness evaluation.
  • Workshop: Implementing security controls and architecture best practices.

Week 5: Incident Response and Management

  • Project 5: Develop/refine the incident response plan.
  • Workshop: Incident response strategies and simulation exercises.

Week 6: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning

  • Project 6: Business continuity and disaster recovery planning assessment.
  • Workshop: Developing and maintaining recovery plans.

Week 7: Third-Party Risk Management

  • Project 7: Assess and manage third-party risks associated with vendors and partners.
  • Sub-project 7.1: Identify and catalog all third-party services and vendors.
  • Sub-project 7.2: Conduct a risk assessment on selected critical third-party providers, focusing on their cybersecurity practices and implications for the company.
  • Sub-project 7.3: Develop strategies and recommendations to mitigate identified risks, including contractual agreements, continuous monitoring, and establishing communication protocols for incident response.
  • Workshop: Understanding third-party risk management frameworks, conducting third-party assessments, and strategies for mitigating risks.

Week 8: Cybersecurity Audit and Assurance

  • Project 8: Conduct a mock cybersecurity audit, including third-party risk assessments.
  • Workshop: Audit principles and conducting effective cybersecurity audits.

Final Week: Projects Finalization and Presentation

  • Final Project Work: Finalizing projects with an emphasis on actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.
  • Graduation and Presentation Day: Present projects to the assigned companies, focusing on comprehensive cybersecurity improvement plans that include third-party risk management strategies.






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